What is a Lion?

Lions are compassionate and dedicated volunteers who serve with purpose. We know that doing good feels good, and that being part of a Lions club helps us grow, create lasting connections and achieve great things together. Not to mention, it’s a lot of fun.

Spreading kindness across the world

1.4

million

Lions globally

200

countries and regions represented

275

million

people served annually

Let’s meet the Lions

As Lions, we shape the world through our service. But our service also shapes us.

By becoming a Lion, we join a global fellowship of service-minded volunteers. We’re given opportunities to grow as people and professionals while having fun, strengthening connections to our communities and spreading kindness wherever we go.

Who are Lions?

We are volunteers who boldly lead the way by serving our communities and a world in need.

What do Lions do?

We serve together, changing communities and the lives we touch.

Why be a Lion?

There are so many great reasons to be a Lion, and we’re always discovering new ones.

Start your Lion journey

Lions share a special connection. When you become a member, you’re joining a club, but you’re also joining a global community that shares the joy of service and helps spread kindness wherever it’s needed.

Become a Lion

Lions on being Lions

"A Lion is someone who is deeply involved in the community. We know that our community is depending on us, and we know our work truly helps the people we serve."

Mahesh Chitnis

USA

"I like to volunteer because it offers a different aspect of life than my normal work life. I not only get to help people, I get to learn things that I otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity to."

Heidi Haiying

Australia

"I didn’t think serving could be this much fun, and could lead to self-growth. But it has turned out to be one of the most meaningful experiences in my life."

Henie Soesanto

Indonesia